Shinto Shrine Ema Wall: Wooden Plaques with Wishes and Prayers

Vibrant wooden plaques adorn a Shinto shrine wall, conveying visitors hopes and prayers.

Colorful ema prayer plaques at Japanese shrine

A striking display of hundreds of colorful ema (wooden plaques) with handwritten wishes and prayers adorns the walls of a traditional Japanese Shinto shrine, showcasing the rich spiritual traditions and devotion of visitors over time.